2006–2011 BMW 328i Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2006–2011 BMW 328i with the N52 3.0L engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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BMW 3.0L Inline-6 — 3 Series E90 2006–2011
2006–2011 328i · 2006–2011 325i · 2006–2011 330i · 2006–2011 3 Series
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✅ The E90 BMW uses a cartridge filter on top of the engine. You'll need a 36mm cap socket — BMW specific. Use quality full synthetic only. BMW recommends longer intervals but many owners change more frequently.
⚠️ BMW uses an oil filter housing cap — you need a 36mm socket to remove it. Don't use a generic filter wrench.
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Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic
Capacity
6.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
BMW #11427953125 | Mann HU816X
Engine Code
N52 3.0L
Tools You'll Need
- 36mm oil filter housing cap socket (BMW-specific — essential)
- 17mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (cap socket type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (BMW #07119963151)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
Video by FCP Euro — Watch on YouTube ↗
| Drain plug size | 17mm | Torque: 18 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | BMW #07119963151 |
| Filter type | Cartridge — 36mm cap socket required |
| Filter location | Top of engine — easy access once cap located |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Turn ignition ON. Hold trip reset button until service menu appears. Select Oil Service and reset. |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 6.9 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain comfortably.
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